OpenAI unveils ChatGPT for Teens with stronger guardrails to tackle safety risks

Aug 18 : OpenAI on Tuesday launched a version of ChatGPT tailored for minors, with parental controls and enhanced security features, as online platforms face scrutiny over the risks of AI chatbots.The new "ChatGPT for Teens" mode will limit conversations about high-risk topics such as self-harm, violence and eating disorders, while offering educational tools that help students learn instead of sharing the answer, OpenAI said in a blog post.It will automatically engage when a user is estimated to be under 18, or self-identifies their age as between 13 and 17, and will allow parents to set "Quiet Hours," manage certain settings and receive notifications when teens discuss sensitive topics.The move aligns the ChatGPT creator with tech giants such as Meta, which have bolstered protections for